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Kinchan(きんちゃん)
Nikukun(にくくん)
Kinikun(きにくん)![]()
In Japanese culture, kanji are characters that originated from Chinese script, and the meaning of a name changes depending on the kanji characters chosen. A name with only one kanji variation is considered unique and rare in Japan. Below is the kanji representation of "Kinniku."
筋 means "muscle, line, plot."
Line - A Continuous Mark; a strand.
Idea - The concept and direction of something.
Physical Strength - The strength of the body, such as muscles and tendons.
Quality - The innate qualities of a person.
Reason - The logic and order of things.
Structure - The framework and organization of something.
Muscle - Newness represents fresh starts, innovation, and untapped potential. May your child embrace what is new while honoring what endures.
Line - Line - A continuous mark; a strand - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of line throughout life.
Lineage - Lineage - Family Descent; bloodline - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of lineage throughout life.
Plot - Plot - A Storyline; a scheme - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of plot throughout life.
Idea - Directions guide us on our journey, helping us find our way. May your child always find their direction in life.
Logic - Being logic represents a valuable quality that enriches character and life. May your child be logic, letting this quality guide their path.
Physical Strength - Strength includes not just physical power, but the inner fortitude to endure and persevere. May your child have strength of body, mind, and spirit to face all of life's challenges.
Quality - Children carry forward the hopes and dreams of their families. May your child fulfill the hopes placed in them and add their own.
Reason - Reason represents logic, understanding, and rational thought. May your child use reason wisely in all their decisions.
Structure - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
肉 means "meat, body, to gain weight."
Meat - Flesh of birds and animals.
Thickness - The thickness or width of objects.
Voice - Singing voice.
Meat - Meat represents sustenance, essential nourishment, and the fruits of the hunt. May your child receive life's essential nourishment.
Edible Meat - Food represents sustenance, sharing, and the gifts of the earth. May your child be well nourished and share food generously.
Body - Body represents the vessel of the spirit, health, and physical presence. May your child's body be healthy and strong, a worthy vessel for their spirit.
To Gain Weight - The act of gain weight represents purposeful action and the will to make a difference. May your child gain weight with wisdom and purpose, making a positive difference in the world.
Attached to Flesh - Attached To Flesh - Attached to flesh - carries meaning in Japanese naming tradition. May your child embody the positive aspects of attached to flesh throughout life.
Thickness - Objects serve purposes and remind us of what matters. May your child value things for their true worth and purpose.
Voice - Voice represents expression, identity, and the power to influence others. May your child find their voice, expressing themselves clearly and influencing good.
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What is Hiragana?
Hiragana is one of the two Japanese syllabaries. Each character represents a sound (mora), not a meaning. It is used for native words, grammatical particles, verb/adjective endings (okurigana), and to show pronunciation above kanji (furigana). It developed from cursive forms of kanji.
What is Katakana?
Katakana is one of the two Japanese syllabaries. Each character represents a sound (mora), not a meaning. It is mainly used to write foreign words and names, loanwords, onomatopoeia, and for emphasis.
What are English Syllables?
A syllable is a unit of pronunciation in English — it’s the beat you hear when you say a word.
Here are a few quick examples:
cat = 1 syllable
ba-by = 2 syllables
beau-ti-ful = 3 syllables
On this site, English Syllables show how a name naturally breaks into sounds when spoken in English. This helps you understand how English speakers naturally say the name and where they pause between sounds.
What are Japanese Morae?
A mora (plural: morae, Japanese: 拍 Haku) is the basic unit of sound in Japanese — think of it as one rhythmic “beat” when speaking.
Here are a few quick examples:
あ (a) = 1 mora
あい (a-i) = 2 morae
きょう (kyo-u) = 2 morae
On this site, Japanese Morae show how many “beats” a name has in Japanese. Most Japanese names have about 2–4 morae, which affects how natural and rhythmic the name sounds to native speakers.
This helps you see how the name fits into the natural rhythm of Japanese speech.
What is English Transcription?
“English transcription” (romanization) is the romanized form of a Japanese name, intended to reproduce its pronunciation as closely as possible. It is also useful for searching names on this site.
Japanese-Style Nicknames
In Japan, nicknames are used to express familiarity and affection. Typical features include:
Shortened forms: Names are often shortened for closeness, e.g., “Yuki” from “Yukiko” or “Taka” from “Takashi”.
Suffixes: Terms like “-chan” (often for girls, also for young children) and “-kun” (often for boys) are used among family and close friends. Among very close adults, “-chan” may still be used. More details
Use & context: Nicknames are informal—common among friends, family, or close colleagues—and are not suitable for formal or professional settings. Their use implies a certain degree of intimacy.
Long vowels: The long vowel mark “chōonpu” (ー) extends the preceding vowel. For example, “あーちゃん” (A-chan) lengthens the “あ” sound.
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